Legal Counsel

Mackenzie Jones Middle East; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a dynamic Legal Counsel to join their team in Ras Al Khaimah. This role involves supporting the General Counsel by reviewing contracts, drafting legal documents, and providing comprehensive legal advice across various disciplines. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in law, with over 2 years of post-qualification experience in reputable law firms and in-house roles. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and implementation of legal policies while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you are passionate about law and eager to make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience in a law firm.
• Active membership in a recognized legal association.

Responsibilities

• Review contracts and draft legal correspondence.
• Provide legal advice and ensure compliance with laws.

Skills

Legal Research

Contract Drafting

Compliance

Legal Advice

Education

Bachelor of Laws

Master’s degree in Law

Job description

We are hiring for a Legal Counsel in Ras Al Khaimah.

To support the General Counsel by initial review of all contracts, drafting legal correspondence and corporate resolutions; reviewing and assisting with template documentation. The role involves providing legal advice across a wide range of legal disciplines and ensuring compliance with applicable law and regulation across the Group. Assist the Group in understanding its legal risk appetite and support in the development and implementation of a legal policies and procedures across the Group that enable it to deliver on its commercial priorities whilst ensuring compliance with applicable law and regulation and related policies and procedures

Educational Qualifications:

Bachelors of Laws degree and/ or Master’s degree in Law

Professional Qualifications:

Active & current membership from a recognized legal association or regulatory body from a common law jurisdiction such as the UK and US.

Years of Experience:

Over 2 years of post-qualification experience gained at a credible law firm with additional experience (minimum 2 years) subsequently gained in a reputable inhouse role is preferred. 4 years of post-qualification experience in a credible law firm.